How does Trump get out of the debates? I was predicting his making ridiculous demands, then

[brewens]

claiming Joe was refusing to debate by not agreeing to them. I'm not sure the drug test thing was part of the plan. He just pulled that out of his ass. If I were Biden, I'd say hell no! I'm not testing any drugs! Especially whatever he's on!

[GoCubsGo]

1. No. Biden needs to demand Trump show his taxes before the both of them take any drug test.

Trump will run away with his Depends firmly wedged up his butt crack. In fact, that's likely a pretty good counter to any of the ridiculous demands Trump might make.

[Demsrule86]

6. No, a debate is fine...we need to keep thing as they have always been...there are always three

debates. If Trump wants to weasel out of the debate...can't stop him. But Biden needs to agree to the debates but refuse to meet any demands from Trump.

[Luz]

11. And show up. Biden alone on the debate stage standing

and waiting. A quick speech about the situation and trump being a coward then leave.
Do it for all three debates.

[Demsrule86]

14. It could happen. But I tend to think Trump will attend a traditional debate...if virtual than

reporters at both debates or better yet a socially distanced debate without audience.

[GoCubsGo]

18. Oh, I'm not saying I oppose debates.

I'm saying that if Trump wants to play the "drug test" game to weasel out of them and smear Biden, Biden can easily shove it back in his face.

[mercuryblues]

12. I think Biden's serious answer to that should be

There's a court order for trump's DNA, I am sure they want in on the blood draw. That will shut trump up and fast.

[GoCubsGo]

17. That would work, as well.

[beachbumbob]

2. I don;t care if we have debates or not, there is NO upside for trump that I can see as Biden will

NOT take his bullshit and we clearly tell him so to his face. That is something trump handlers can not have happen as trump as no control on his mouth

[duforsure]

4. That's his Pattern

Complain, make false accusations it's being rigged, excuses, and project what he's doing onto his opponent like he's been doing all along. If he claims someone is wiretapping him, you can know then what he's got someone doing (Russian or Israel Intel). The only reason he'd do it if it's rigged for him.

[Alacritous Crier]

5. Yeah...

I just don't see debates happening since there is no net positive for Trump. His team will come up with some kind of BS reason why Biden won't debate and the MAGA lemmings and their Russian bot comrades will put it on blast.

[Demsrule86]

7. I think there will be debates...Trump is narcissistic and stupid. But, more

importantly, he believes in magic...I am sure he has dreamed of winning the debates and thus the election. The 'it' that will magically save his campaign...and arrogance and stupidity allows him to believe he could actually win a debate with Biden. He has asked for additional debates in fact which Biden should refuse. Everything in this election must follow the norms...it is already a shit show and we must keep the parts people expect as they have always been.

I believe Trump trying to make Democratic voters believe, it is futile to vote as we can't win. And I see some saying such things right here. Well this Democrat is not exhausted and won't fall for Trump's lies and will vote. I am voting in person to make sure my vote counts.

People should post positive news about the election and our prospects for a big win in November;things look good at the moment...no guarantees but I would rather be in Biden's position than in Trump's position.

The idea that doom and gloom makes people more determined to vote is not true. I have worked elections for years. Voters give up if they are convinced their side can't win. The belief that your side will win makes more people go out (not less) and vote as they believe their votes will matter.

So, let's work hard and rid ourselves of Trump...truly a scourge on humanity. But. honestly Trump has no super powers to retain the office he has disgraced if we vote in overwhelming numbers.

[Freethinker65]

8. Family member will be said to have COVID-19

Family member currently doing well, but Trump was exposed so is self quarantining per guidelines. Trump offers to debate remotely with only Trump people around (to control the feed and help prompt Trump from sidelines off camera), insists Biden must appear live on the agreed upon stage. Trump supporters call Biden weak and unsympathetic if Biden refuses.
Biden agrees to remote debate but with Trump remote portion in separate location with a few independent journalists in attendance to verify Trump is getting no help. Trump delays decision. Closer to date Trump says he isn't feeling very well and out of precaution needs to cancel. Day of now cancelled scheduled debate, Trump is seen playing golf.

[llashram]

13. or a variation

you nailed it, I eould bet

[Thekaspervote]

9. I would think his handlers would try and convince him not to debate....but??

[Hoyt]

10. trump will appear. He knows he doesn't have to debate facts, policy, etc. He's just got to throw

his supporters red meat, turn everything to "law & order" and racism/bigotry, sound like he's the only one that can make tough decision, etc.

Hopefully, enough people will get it's time for a change, not more of the same hatred and idiocy.

[grantcart]

15. Yep and it's not Biden that he's running from

It's reporters that will fact check him and ask follow up questions.

[gulliver]

16. If the polls get closer, Trump will just refuse to debate.

His strategy is pretty clear at this point. Keep and motivate his cult. Depress, scare away, and suppress the vote on our side. He'll make up the same kind of transparent pretext he used to refuse to reveal his taxes.